Speaking to Cornwall Live , Balu Madhvani, one of the organisers at Bodmin Boxing Club, described Mr Thomas as a "wonderful young person".

He continued: "He was a terrific member of the club. He had two younger brothers and a lovely family. He had just had a new room done up for his boxing trophies.

"He hasn't boxed recently for a while because he was overcoming an injury but he was a highly regarded member of the club.

"We all had high hopes for him. He was great and last year won our boxer of the year award.

"Everyone is shocked, when the other members find out they will be devastated. Obviously our thoughts are with his family."

A statement on the Bodmin Boxing Club Facebook page read: “Bodmin boxing club will not go ahead tomorrow out of respect for the sad and shocking loss of an absolutely amazing young man DANNY THOMAS our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family at this sad time and are here for them all in any way needed.”

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Wayne Salmon added: “I heard the terrible terrible news this morning. The passing of a Cornish talent and a well-respected young man. Danny Thomas. Rip Danny and sincere condolences to the family.”

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Deanna Jose wrote: “RIP Danny Thomas, you was such a lovely and brave lad! Always was there for me no matter what! Fly high! Thought go out to your family.”

Anastasia Mercie Taylor said: "RIP Danny Thomas you will be sorely missed young man, the angels will look after you now."

Katie Marie Woolcock left a message on the Cornwall Live Facebook page.

She said: "RIP Danny I only seen you last night telling me my hair looked nice I wish I came down the lane with you all. I can’t believe it you was such a lovely young man who had so much to live for. I have no words I’m devastated."

Emergency Services including fire and ambulance attended the scene and the road was closed.

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A police spokesman said this morning: "One man age 19 was immediately taken to Treliske hospital by ambulance for his injuries which are described as serious and potentially life threatening; he has since been transferred to Derriford Hospital.

"The other man, believed to be an 18-year-old was declared deceased at the scene.

"Localised closures remain in place as the serious collisions unit undertake investigative work, and whilst recovery for the vehicle is arranged.

"We ask the people avoid the area."

Police originally said that Danny Thomas from Helston but it is now believed he is from St Austell area.